Tensions soar as Ukraine allegedly targeted Russian President Vladimir Putin’s Novgorod residence amid ongoing peace talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed Ukraine attempted the strike, though it remains unclear if Putin was present. Russia says all 91 long-range Ukrainian drones were shot down and has threatened retaliation, calling the act “state terrorism.” Meanwhile, Zelenskyy dismissed the claims as false, accusing Moscow of using the allegation to pressure Kyiv. The news emerges as Trump and Zelensky hail progress in peace negotiations, highlighting the high-stakes drama and uncertainty surrounding the Russia-Ukraine conflict and diplomatic efforts.